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Broward County
  • County in Florida

Report Card

grade A minus
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Public Schools
    grade B+
  2. Housing
    grade D+
  3. Nightlife
    grade A
  4. Good for Families
    grade A minus
  5. Diversity
    grade A+
  6. Jobs
    grade C+
  7. Weather
    grade A
  8. Cost of Living
    grade C minus
  9. Health & Fitness
    grade A
  10. Outdoor Activities
    grade A
  11. Commute
    grade C+

editorial

Broward County is located in Florida with a population of 1,934,551. Broward County is one of the best places to live in Florida. In Broward County, most residents own their homes. In Broward County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Broward County and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Broward County are above average.

About

Population
1,934,551

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$299,700
National
$244,900
Median Rent
$1,503
National
$1,163
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    37%
  • Own
    63%
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Broward County Rankings

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Crime & Safety

Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Assault
    213.4
    national  282.7
  • Murder
    4.3
    national  6.1
  • Rape
    27.9
    national  40.7
  • Robbery
    125.8
    national  135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Burglary
    417.2
    national  500.1
  • Theft
    2,180.4
    national  2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    300.9
    national  284

Residents

Diversity
grade A+
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    11%
  • 10-17 years
    10%
  • 18-24 years
    8%
  • 25-34 years
    13%
  • 35-44 years
    14%
  • 45-54 years
    14%
  • 55-64 years
    14%
  • 65+ years
    17%
Education Levels
  • Master's degree or higher
    13%
    national  13%
  • Bachelor's degree
    21%
    national  21%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    29%
    national  29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    27%
    national  26%
  • Less than high school diploma
    10%
    national  11%

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